About Macon, GA

Hailed as the ‘song and soul of the south’, and named ‘Top 5 Friendliest Cities‘ by Rand McNally, Macon lies approximately 85 miles south of Atlanta, within the geographic center of Georgia rightfully earning the nickname, ‘heart of Georgia’. Brimming with historical sites, Macon’s attractions offer the visitor a unique look into the region’s 17,000 year history, including a hike through North America’s only reconstructed earth lodge and enjoy myriad cultural offerings, including the state’s largest collection of African American historical artifacts.